Student Handbook

The Handbook published on the website includes the most current College policies and procedures.

Getting a quality education isn't a matter of chance . . .it's a matter of choice. Attending Delaware Tech opens your world to choices, possibilities and opportunities. Delaware Technical Community College is your statewide institution of higher education. The College is fully committed to serving every part of the state through its four conveniently located campuses: Dover, Georgetown, Stanton and Wilmington. Delaware Tech educates more than 40,000 students each year, 92% of whom are Delawareans. More than 25% of Delaware residents have taken courses on one of Delaware Tech's four campuses. Delaware Tech offers various distance learning opportunities including online courses, telecourses and interactive classroom courses.

Accreditation Statement

The College and its campuses are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267-284-5000). The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. In addition, several curricula have earned program-based accreditation by various professional organizations.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees of Delaware Technical Community College is the governing body of the institution. All members are appointed by the Governor of the State of Delaware with the consent of a majority of the State Senate. Six members are appointed for three-year terms - one from the City of Wilmington, one from New Castle County outside of the City of Wilmington, one from Kent County and one from Sussex County, with the remaining two from anywhere in the State. The seventh member, the Chairperson, is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of, the Governor. No more than four members may be of the same political party. The Board of Trustees sets policy for the College and is responsible for ensuring that the institutional mission is carried out. Among its numerous responsibilities, the Board approves the College plan, is responsible for the management and control of the institution, has the power to appoint administrative and teaching staff, sets the tuition rate, and approves fees. The Board also reviews fiscal matters and approves budgets.

Board of Trustees

Scott A. GreenChair
Executive Director, Delaware River
and Bay Authority
B.A., University of Delaware
J.D., American University, Washington
College of Law

Lolita A. Lopez
Member-at-Large
President and Chief Executive Officer, Westside Family Healthcare
B.S., University of Delaware
M.S., University of Delaware

President Emeritus

Dr. Orlando J. George, Jr.President Emeritus
B.A., University of Delaware
M.Ed., University of Delaware
Ed.D., University of Delaware

Statement of Nondiscrimination Policy

It is the policy of the College that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation (defined exclusively as heterosexuality, homosexuality, or bisexuality), or genetic information be subjected to any discrimination prohibited by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended; Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and other applicable laws, regulations and Executive Orders. This policy applies to recruitment, employment and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, continuation, probation, discharge and other terms and conditions of employment over which the College has jurisdiction as well as to all educational programs and activities. The College has designated a Civil Rights Coordinator, who serves as the College’s Title IX Coordinator and the College’s ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, to carry out its commitment to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination. Inquiries or complaints by students or employees regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be addressed to: Christina M. Garcia, Civil Rights & Title IX Coordinator, Office of the President, 100 Campus Drive, Dover, DE 19904, (302) 857-1903 civilrights@dtcc.edu.

Mission Statement

Delaware Technical Community College is a
statewide multi-campus community college committed to
providing affordable, open admission, post-secondary
education that is relevant and responsive to labor market and community
needs. The College offers comprehensive educational opportunities that
contribute to the economic vitality of the State, including career, general,
developmental, and transfer education; workforce development; and lifelong learning.
The College respects its students as individuals and as members of diverse
groups and is committed to fostering student success in higher education as a
means to economic and personal advancement.

Effective October 13, 2015

Goals

The College will achieve its mission through the goals listed below:

Academic programs will prepare students with knowledge and skills needed for employment in their career field of study and/or for transfer to a senior institution.

Developmental education will prepare students in mathematics, reading, and writing to be successful in entry-level College courses and workforce development programs.

Academic and workforce development programs will prepare and support a competitive workforce across a range of occupational levels.

Personal enrichment programs and events will support lifelong learning in the community.

The College will provide an inclusive environment that promotes respect for diverse cultures, abilities, and points of view.

Programs, activities, and services will cultivate student learning and success.

Public and private resources and partnerships will be identified, obtained, and utilized to advance the College Mission and Goals.